Wildfire Burns Through Lakewood and Hainesport, New Jersey

Firefighters Battle Blaze, Residents Evacuated

Wildfire, Lakewood, Hainesport, New Jersey Forest Fire Service, Cove Court, Bancroft Lane, Pine Park

A wildfire burned through the towns of Lakewood and Hainesport in New Jersey on Tuesday, forcing residents to evacuate and destroying several homes.

The fire started in the woods near Cove Court in Lakewood at around 1:30 p.m. and quickly spread, fanned by strong winds.

Firefighters from multiple towns responded to the scene and battled the blaze for hours. The fire was finally brought under control at around 6:30 p.m., but not before it had burned through over 100 acres of land.

Evacuations Ordered

As the fire spread, residents in the affected areas were ordered to evacuate.

An evacuation center was set up at the Pine Park Recreation Center in Lakewood.

The evacuation order was lifted at around 8:00 p.m. and residents were allowed to return to their homes.

Several Homes Destroyed

The fire destroyed several homes in both Lakewood and Hainesport.

The exact number of homes destroyed is still being determined.

The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is investigating the cause of the fire.

Residents Grateful for Firefighters' Efforts

Residents who were forced to evacuate their homes are grateful for the efforts of the firefighters who battled the blaze.

"I'm so thankful to the firefighters," said one resident. "They saved our lives."

"I don't know what we would have done without them," said another resident.

Conclusion

The wildfire in Lakewood and Hainesport was a devastating event, but thanks to the efforts of the firefighters, no lives were lost.

The fire is a reminder of the importance of wildfire prevention and preparedness.

Residents should take steps to protect their homes and families from wildfires, such as clearing brush away from their homes and creating a defensible space.